There are many things in the world that can be converted into a proper bicycle cargo trailer. In this case, it was a lucky yard cart that made the ascension from common lawn article to coveted bike cargo trailer.
Blake and Phil wanted a grocery getter and they found a unassuming garden cart on sale for $49. Add a Chariot tow arm and Chariot hitch a viola you have a ready-to-go cargo trailer. To add a little more protection they threw in a large Rubbermaid bin which will keep the precious grocery cargo protected from the elements.
This is a great approach for DIY trailer makers. The yard cart offers a 90 percent ready bike cargo trailer for cheap. All it needs is a few mods, a tow arm and hitch, and “boom” instant cargo trailer. I personally really like the flip-down tailgate that many yard carts come equipped with. It adds even more utility to a bike cargo conversion.
The Bike Kid Shop has decided to make an offer that can’t be refused. We all know that Chariot child trailers are some of the best child trailers on the market. They are the BMW of child trailers, with all the attention to detail and performance that will make any child smile and any parent contented. Bike Kid Shop is now offering even more of a reason to own one of these great child trailers. With the purchase of any Chariot CX 1, CX 2, Cougar 1, Cougar 2 or Corsaire XL the Bike Kid Shop is including a free Strider Balance Bike. [Read more →]
A local food share program in Burlington, Vermont has incorporated bicycle trailers into their food distribution. Intervale Food Hub began as a research project of the Intervale Center in 2007. The goal was to identify the existing barriers and opportunities to increasing local food production and consumption, and to find appropriate solutions for “moving local food forward” in Chittenden County. [Read more →]
Xtracycle is a name that has long been associated with utility cycling. With the introduction of the FreeRadical, the longtail movement was born. Now, Xtracycle is a household name, associated with putting your car keys down and putting your bike helmet on. The longtail revolution has become a not-so-uncommon scene on city streets with specialty bikes, such as the Big Dummy, now being produced specifically for long tail utility use. Xtracycle has continued to develop products and accessories to complement their original FreeRadical design and make it easier to integrate cycling into daily life. Keeping with that philosophy, Xtracycle has introduced some new products and refined some current ones for 2010, and the Bike Trailer Shop is proud to offer them to you.
With that said we should mention that some of the remaining 2009 Xtracycle product is on closeout at the BikeTrailerShop.com. Individually, we have the Xtracycle SnapDeck for only $39 or a pair of 2009 FreeLoaders for $120. Add them to an Xtracycle FreeRadical kit and get the whole package with SnapDeck, FreeLoaders and V-racks (the original longtail kit) for only $429.
Here at the Bike Kid Shop we a super excited about Chariot Child trailers, we think they are great. In fact we think there so great that we want everyone to have the chance to enjoy the style, performance and comfort that Chariot is know for. That’s why now through August 24 the Bike Kid Shop is offering 10% off all Chariot and Croozer child trailers. Not only are the trailers 10% off but all Chariot and Croozer accessories are 10% as well. Now is the time to get you and your child into one of the best child trailers on the market.
If your wondering why we are so excited, we asked one of employees, Megan, who is a new mom to take out Chariot’s top selling line of trailers, the Cougar, and give it a test run. Megan and her daughter Neva, chose an orange Cougar 1 for their testing. Megan loves the Cougar 1 for its versatility and ease of use. The Chariot CTS system allows every XC Chariot child trailer to switch from strolling mode to jogging mode to cycling mode with just a push of a button. For the really adventurous the XC line can convert to a hiking and cross country ski mode as well.
As you can see from the photos little Neva is quite happy and comfortable while she rides in style in the Cougar 1. Be sure to check out all that Chariot and Croozer have to offer. The Chariot CX line is the Rolls Royce of Child trailers offering all the bells and whistles you would expect in an expensive luxurious sedan. The Cheetah and Chariot Classic series offer a price point friendly option with the quality and comfort one would come to expect from Chariot. The Classic series offers a little more room and come cycling ready. Don’t miss this great opportunity to get your little one into a Chariot or Croozer child Trailer.
Here at the Bike Shop Hub we love both bike panniers and bike trailers for our commuting and touring needs. Some of us swing more to one side then the other, but we want to know which one you prefer and why? Check out this article we wrote awhile back discussing this very dilemma, Panniers VS. Trailers, the battle royal.
I thought I’d use the opportunity of this blissful photo of a Burley Nomad that Don sent in to mention that we just extended our Burley Cargo, Child & Pet Trailers 10% off Sale, thru August 10th.
Here is what Don has to say about his Nomad:
I love my Burley Nomad I have a hitch on both my mountain bike and my fixie (see photo). I use it for shopping for myself and my mom, and since I also commute by bike to work, there are weeks when I never start the engine in my truck. The Nomad tracks so smoothly I often forget it’s there.
John sent us in these photos of his bike tour through Massachusetts that he titled his “200+ Mile Senior Citizen Tour”. From the looks of it, I’d say that most young guys would have to be in pretty good shape to keep up with John and his fully loaded BOB Trailer with Greenspeed Rack, 4D Toplight and Ortlieb Panniers. From the looks of it, John had a great time cruising along the Cape Cod Rail Trail.
Here are a few words John sent along with the pictures:
Actually got Bob and the orange panniers from you guys in 2009………this adventure was 10 May to 13 May 2010. The bike is a K2 Easy Street Bike with some add ons….and nothing to be ashamed of after almost 2000 miles. It may be asked to yield to a Thorn Raven if this geezer proves that he deserves one in the future.
To get what this trailer is all about, you’ve gotta watch the video. This bike trailer is about love. Not sure why, but you can just tell from the smooth bike ride depicted in the video. Enjoy….
We receive all types of stories here at the Bike Trailer Blog. Some are from people just writing in to tell us about their latest bike trip. Many are indeed bicycle trailer stories. But my favorites still have to be the DIY home trailer creations–especially the ones created from others unwanted stuff. James and his rummage-fueled bike trailer is a perfect example of a trailer that came from trash to treasure–not to be confused with trailer trash. [Read more →]
